Sullivan's Island and Isle of Palms

Sullivan’s Island

Sullivan’s Island is a charming residential island known for its tight-knit community and relaxed lifestyle. On weekends and holidays, beach-goers flock to Sullivan’s Island and Isle of Palms to enjoy wide beaches and gentle waves. Year-round, both islands offer a friendly and laid-back atmosphere.

Sullivan’s Island features a mix of cozy old cottages and newer, larger homes, many with wide porches perfect for watching pelicans soar overhead. With no hotels and limited rental properties, the island maintains a small-town beach feel while being conveniently close to Charleston’s urban core.

Attractions and Lifestyle:

• • • Fort Moultrie
    • Beaches
    • Galleries
    • Restaurants

Sullivan’s Island is renowned as one of Charleston’s most desirable communities, offering elegant homes, esteemed restaurants, and abundant recreational activities. The homes vary in size and style, catering to diverse homebuyers. Known for its southern charm and upscale ambiance, Sullivan’s Island is a coveted destination for many.

Isle of Palms

Nestled just across Breach Inlet from Sullivan’s Island, the Isle of Palms offers a relaxed and welcoming beach vibe. Predominantly residential, it features a vibrant commercial district with restaurants, bars, stores, and businesses, along with hotels, a marina, and numerous vacation rental properties.

This tranquil, luxurious community offers the daily island life many desire. The Isle of Palms spans six miles of warm sand and tropical paradise, with pristine homes offering picturesque beachfront views.

The year-round population is about 5,000, but the island can host thousands more during peak seasons. Its proximity to Charleston and six miles of wide, sparkling beach are major attractions. Visitors can enjoy a range of accommodations and a full complement of shops, restaurants, and services.

The Isle of Palms boasts its own grocery store, clothing boutiques, ice cream shops, and beachfront dining experiences, including The Boathouse at Breach Inlet, Papi’s, Coda Del Pesce, and The Windjammer. Connected to Sullivan’s Island and centrally located near Mount Pleasant, it offers quick access to popular shopping and dining spots.

Attractions and Lifestyle:

• • • Wild Dunes Resort: Offers fine dining, conference facilities, a fitness center, tennis courts, and two championship golf courses. The Wild Dunes Yacht Harbor is one of the finest marinas on the Eastern Seaboard, just 15 miles from downtown Charleston.
    • The Windjammer: Charleston's premier live music beach venue for over the last 50 years.
    • Marina: A full-service, 50-slip marina.
    • Restaurants: An array of delicious restaurants that offer everything from fancy to casual.